What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Enrichment Assistant position at Ebenezer?
- Ebenezer offers a robust compensation package with excellent benefits and wages ranging from $16 - $21 / hour. Wage determinations will be based on similar experience
We are looking for a Life Enrichment Assistant to join our team in Fridley, MN! This position assists the Life Enrichment Director with planning, implementing, and evaluating the life enrichment programming which provides for the optimization of resident physical, psychosocial, spiritual and cognitive well-being. Life Enrichment Assistants help bring to life Ebenezer's cornerstones: Life Long Learning, Dimensions Program for Dementia Care, Crafted Culinary, Spiritual Care, Wellness and Intergenerational Programming. This activities assistant schedule includes;
- 36 hours every two weeks
- Part time, Day/Early Evening shifts
- Includes every other weekend and holiday roation
- Partial Benefit Eligible: (paid time off, matching retirement monies, Cash Out Wages Before Payday with our New Benefit of Early Wage Access!) https://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits
Willows Bend Senior Living offers 136 beautifully designed apartment homes and amenities that encourage an engaging, active lifestyle for older adults, which comes with the peace of mind knowing supportive services and care by Ebenezer is available should your needs change. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Located along bustling University Ave in Fridley, MN near 694 interchange and adjacent to the M Health Fairview Fridley Clinic, getting to work couldn’t be easier due to the convenience of being located right on the bus line and near the Northstar light rail station! Willows Bend Senior Living is developed by Ivy Properties and United Properties, and is managed by Ebenezer, an experienced provider of residential and health care environments since 1917.
Ebenezer Senior Living is proud be voted 2024 Star Tribune Top Work Place, and has received this honor fifteen years in a row. We're an established organization with over 100 years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to support your growth, honor your strengths and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others.
- Assists with life enrichment programs and activities
- Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents
- Other duties as assigned and directed
Required:
- Solid understanding of basic Microsoft /computer programs
- Ability to interact effectively and compassionately with senior living residents/tenants
- Must have good communication and social skills
- Must be comfortable leading activities with older residents
Preferred:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred, but willing to consider others with the right skills and/or previous related work experience
- One to three years previous experience either; working with older adults, leading activities, or working in a therapy or recreation role preferred or having formal related education
- Preference is given to candidates with previous experience with memory loss care
- Work experience in a customer service setting
Salary : $16 - $21
